Recent complaints on Apple’s support forums have revealed that an iOS 10 carrier settings update is posing problems for iPhone users on the T-Mobile network the USA, causing them to lose their cellular connection in locations where a signal should otherwise be available. (APPL) is working on a fix and that a permanent update is coming within 24 to 48 hours.
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iOS 10 is available now and works on the iPhone 5 and newer handsets. iPad Mini and newer models and the iPod touch 6th generation.
As a result, the affected user flocked to Apple’s support forums to raise concerns about the iOS 10 problem.
iOS 10 was released a few days ago for eligible iOS devices. Adding that he tried toggling airplane made to make it search again but it does not work. I can get it, if I reset network settings.
iOS 10 brings in changes to the lock screen as well as many popular apps and rejigged notifications.
Apple-centric publication AppleInsider confirmed the issue first-hand. The network seems to start when the device gets temporarily off LTE coverage. This could be done by backing up data on your device with iTunes or on iCloud. None of the other carriers have warned so far about a connectivity issue. A few hours ago however, Legere confirmed that Apple has fixed the issue, and that the iOS 10 update is now safe to install.
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In the meantime, iPhone 6, iPhone SE or iPhone 6 Plus users are advised to postpone upgrading to iOS 10.
